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SUMMARY:Organic Producer Listening Sessions at Marbleseed Conference
DESCRIPTION:Join the Organic Farming Research Foundation (OFRF) at Marbleseed’s 37th Organic Farming Conference in La Crosse\, Wisconsin for two interactive listening sessions to identify and prioritize the most pressing research needs for organic farmers and ranchers. \nYour invaluable insights will directly inform researchers\, helping them focus on the issues that matter most to you. The conversation will center around research and informational needs\, changing environmental and economic conditions\, and evolving challenges for organic producers. Attendees will have the opportunity to discuss a number of research topics\, such as seed and plant breeding\, soil health\, livestock welfare\, and economic barriers to organic production. Information from this listening session will be incorporated into OFRF’s next Regional and National Organic Needs Agenda\, to be used by organic advocates\, researchers\, and policy makers to support organic initiatives across the US. \nThe conference theme is: Abundance Grows in Solidarity. Conference dates are February 26-28\, 2026 \nThe Organic Producer Listening Sessions will be held Friday\, February 27 at 2:00 pm and 3:00 pm Central (local time). \nConference registration info here.
URL:https://ofrf.org/event/organic-producer-listening-session-marbleseed/
LOCATION:La Crosse Center\, 300 Harborview Plaza\, La Crosse\, WI\, 54601\, United States
CATEGORIES:OFRF Events
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SUMMARY:Organic 101 Field Day in the Southeast -  for Extension Agents and Service Providers
DESCRIPTION:Join FOG and Organic Farming Research Foundation at River and Root Farm in Gainesville\, Florida\, for a hands‑on\, practical introduction to the organic certification process. Designed specifically for extension agents and service providers\, this field day offers an inside look at what farmers experience as they move toward organic production. River and Root Farm is currently in transition to organic certification\, giving attendees a real‑time view of the steps\, challenges\, and considerations involved. \nRegister here.\nBy the end of the field day\, participants will: \n\nLearn the fundamentals of the organic certification process\nGain insight into what to expect during an organic inspection\nExplore the on‑farm realities of transitioning to organic\nHear directly from the farm host about practical challenges and decision‑making during transition\nWalk the farm to observe in‑progress organic practices\n\nSpaces are limited. Registration is free. \nPlease come prepared for outdoor farm conditions. We recommend wearing comfortable\, weather‑appropriate clothing such as hats\, sunglasses\, close‑toed shoes\, and sunscreen. Dressing for sun and uneven terrain will help ensure you have a safe and enjoyable experience. Bringing a water bottle is also encouraged. \nQuestions? Reach out to info@foginfo.org \nBy attending\, you consent to being photographed\, filmed\, or recorded. Media may be used for promotional purposes. Notify staff to opt out\, though incidental inclusion in crowd shots may still occur. Thank you for your understanding! \nCertified Crop Advisor Continuing Education Units (CEUs) offered: 1.0 Professional Development CEU and 1.0 Crop Management CEU.
URL:https://ofrf.org/event/organic-101-in-the-southeast-for-extension-agents-and-service-providers/
LOCATION:River & Root Farm\, Gainesville\, FL\, 32609\, United States
CATEGORIES:OFRF Events
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SUMMARY:Organic 101 for Extension Agents: Understanding Certification\, Standards\, and Producer Journeys
DESCRIPTION:Are you an extension agent or technical service provider who wants to understand organic certification and help growers make the transition to organic farming? Mark your calendars for March 31\, 2026 at 1pm ET for a 1.5 hour webinar\, Organic 101 for Extension Agents: Understanding Certification\, Standards\, and Producer Journeys\, brought to you by the Organic Farming Research Foundation\, Florida Organic Growers\, and Southern SARE. \nIn the first half of this informative session\, you will learn the basic principles of organic certification\, and become familiar with organic standards. During the second half\, you will have the opportunity to discuss your questions with a panel of experts\, including organic farmers and specialists in Extension and organic certification: Eva Worden (Worden Farms)\, Danielle Treadwell (University of Florida)\, and Juan Carlos Rodriguez (Florida Organic Growers). \n1.0 Professional Development Certified Crop Advisor Continuing Education Unit (CEUs) will be offered to attendees. \nRegister for the event here!
URL:https://ofrf.org/event/organic-101-for-extension-agents-understanding-certification-standards-and-producer-journeys-southern-sare/
LOCATION:Online
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